Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

All I can say is what an amazing turn around! For a first timer, it's a very nice job. Keep up the good work, and don't hesitate to ask any one of us for help, as that's what MOL is for.

On the subject of DC Polish, it's a very good product and I myself can attest to that, and I'm sure a shedload of others do too. One other thing that you might try is ColorX. It's not as good as a good combo of DC, and NXT 2.0, or something of that variety, but it's very similar to Cleaner Wax. It cleans and polishes your paint as basically a prep for the wax. Apply your NXT 2.0 thinly and as an added bonus, try a light misting of Ultimate Quik Wax after you've wiped off the NXT and it's cured for awhile. Hey, every little bit helps.

One other small thing is that if you have the money, and kinda wanna speed things along during your detailing process, look into one of Meguiar's G110v2 DA Polishers, or a Porter Cable 7424XP and some LC or Meguiar's pads. There's plenty of articles in here on which pads are best for what task.

All in all, you did a wonderful job and I can't wait to see what else you can do with your truck.

-Bobby Johnson
Owner/ Founder: Carchitects Auto Detail

Thank you! I did consider ColorX, but it isn't sold anywhere around here. That's something I'd have to order online. I'll definitely try out the Quik Wax.

I do plan on buying a polisher, as it would of course be way more time efficient.

I will keep you updated on my "project".

[SuburbanGuy20]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

All I can say is what an amazing turn around! For a first timer, it's a very nice job. Keep up the good work, and don't hesitate to ask any one of us for help, as that's what MOL is for.

On the subject of DC Polish, it's a very good product and I myself can attest to that, and I'm sure a shedload of others do too. One other thing that you might try is ColorX. It's not as good as a good combo of DC, and NXT 2.0, or something of that variety, but it's very similar to Cleaner Wax. It cleans and polishes your paint as basically a prep for the wax. Apply your NXT 2.0 thinly and as an added bonus, try a light misting of Ultimate Quik Wax after you've wiped off the NXT and it's cured for awhile. Hey, every little bit helps.

One other small thing is that if you have the money, and kinda wanna speed things along during your detailing process, look into one of Meguiar's G110v2 DA Polishers, or a Porter Cable 7424XP and some LC or Meguiar's pads. There's plenty of articles in here on which pads are best for what task.

All in all, you did a wonderful job and I can't wait to see what else you can do with your truck.

-Bobby Johnson
Owner/ Founder: Carchitects Auto Detail

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Perhaps the understatement of the year!


On neglected single stage paint you can do wonders for the depth of color and overall gloss with a couple light applications of a pure polish like DC Polish or M07. You definitely need to wax after that, however, as pure polishes don't last long as a top coat.

Speaking of waxing, you are going to want to stay on top of this. Once a single stage paint has been severely oxidized like this it will want to revert back to that oxidized state fairly quickly, especially if exposed to the elements. But waxing every couple of months will help keep that at bay. Keep up the awesome work!!




Yeah, that pretty well sums it up!

Thanks!

And I waxed it all with Cleaner Wax. Just waiting to find some time (this weekend, hopefully) to use the NXT 2.0

Obviously the previous owner(s) never really cared for the appearance of it, although the interior looks brand new...

I will definitely stay on top of it. I already have plans to get some new parts for it, [front bumper, new hood/repaint hood (<-peeling clear coat)] Along with some more things.. but anyways here's a picture I took a few days ago..

[BillE]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

With all the above accolades, all I can say is WOW!!!

Bill

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Thanks, and yep I'm only 16. I'm definitely looking forward to maintaining/improving the condition of this truck for as long as it lasts.

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

I've never waxed a car before and I think my trucked turned out great.

Perhaps the understatement of the year!

I think I should have used a polish after the UC instead of going straight to wax but I plan on doing the rest of the truck then finishing up with NXT Tech Wax 2.0 so maybe I will go over the passenger side again with a polish then wax the entire truck with 2.0

On neglected single stage paint you can do wonders for the depth of color and overall gloss with a couple light applications of a pure polish like DC Polish or M07. You definitely need to wax after that, however, as pure polishes don't last long as a top coat.

Speaking of waxing, you are going to want to stay on top of this. Once a single stage paint has been severely oxidized like this it will want to revert back to that oxidized state fairly quickly, especially if exposed to the elements. But waxing every couple of months will help keep that at bay. Keep up the awesome work!!

ma ma mia

Yeah, that pretty well sums it up!

[KC's]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

ma ma mia

[fullbirdmusic]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Great job! Only 16? You're doing it right
Taking care of your own car only gets more fun the older you get!

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Thank you, Zeta! It really is a lot of fun polishing/waxing, especially when it turns out right.

[Zeta Detail]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Great job, Fisherman! You can be very proud of your first polishing job. Thanks for maintaining that truck running and looking good.

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Not only did you do a great job at making your truck look great, I have to assume you've also increased it's value (not that you are going to sell it, but it is a nice benefit). It's particularly impressive that you did this all by hand.

Thanks, and if I ever do sell it I will keep it in good condition, as it is now.

My compliments, Sir! You accomplished quite the transformation--and all by hand! Topping the Cleaner Wax with NXT is a good suggestion: it will provide superior and more durable protection. You especially want to get a coat or two on ASAP before winter sets in.

Now it's just a matter of maintaining the truck. Check out this article: Your Daily Driver: A Simple Wash & Wax Regimen. I think you will find that the Cleaner Wax/NXT combination will work well for you. You shouldn't have to resort to Ultimate Compound again for a long time.

Thanks, it looks like it's going to drop into the low 30s next week so I'm glad I bought the NXT and some more Cleaner Wax today. I'm sure most people are aware of Minnesota's harsh winters!

That's a great writeup you did, by the way.

[akimel]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

My compliments, Sir! You accomplished quite the transformation--and all by hand! Topping the Cleaner Wax with NXT is a good suggestion: it will provide superior and more durable protection. You especially want to get a coat or two on ASAP before winter sets in.

Now it's just a matter of maintaining the truck. Check out this article: Your Daily Driver: A Simple Wash & Wax Regimen. I think you will find that the Cleaner Wax/NXT combination will work well for you. You shouldn't have to resort to Ultimate Compound again for a long time.

[Brook]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Not only did you do a great job at making your truck look great, I have to assume you've also increased it's value (not that you are going to sell it, but it is a nice benefit). It's particularly impressive that you did this all by hand.

[jakers11]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

Thank you, and do you mean the big dent(s) in the side? You can thank the previous owner for that.. he used it as a work truck.

yeah the dents, other than that it looks great.

[minnesotafisherman]

Re: Restoring an 18 year old oxidized paint job.

wow thats an amazing, amazing result. Get that side fixed up eventually and it will look better than it did in the show room! Good Job!

Thank you, and do you mean the big dent(s) in the side? You can thank the previous owner for that.. he used it as a work truck.